Description

An antiques-appraisal series that turned out to be a ratings gem in PBS's attic. The simple format has `Roadshow' traveling around the U.S., evaluating family heirlooms and found items. It's based on the long-running (since 1978) BBC show of the same name. `Antiques Roadshow FYI,' an offshoot featuring reports on antiques and collectibles, and updates on items that had been appraised on `Roadshow,' debuted in January 2005, with Lara Spencer as host.

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Upcoming Episodes

Boise, Idaho

Part 2 of 3 in Boise, Idaho, features a mid-century pinup painting by Earl Moran; a set of "The Day the Earth Stood Still" lobby cards; and an a 1922 Edward Hopper etching titled "The Cat Boat" that's valued at $250,000. Also: law-enforcement collectibles are discussed during a visit to the Old Idaho State Penitentiary. (60 minutes)

Boise, Idaho

Conclusion. In Boise, Idaho, items include an 1822 letter from Thomas Jefferson; a Babe Ruth Candy Club membership card; and a ruby-and-diamond necklace. Also: the work of artist James Castle is discussed during a visit to the Boise Art Museum. (60 minutes)

Detroit, Michigan

Part 1 of 3 in Detroit features a signed 1970 Andy Warhol poster; an early 20th-century collection of Pewabic pottery; and a working script of "The Wizard of Oz" used on set by Bert Lahr, who played the Cowardly Lion. Also: the Motown Museum is visited. (60 minutes)

Detroit, Michigan

Part 2 of 3 in Motor City features Marvin Gaye's 1964 passport, which was found inside an album bought for 50 cents at an estate sale; a Petrus van Schendel oil painting, ca. 1860; and a signed photo album of President Abraham Lincoln and his cabinet and Senate. Also: a visit to the Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum spotlights model cars made by Hudson Car Company. (60 minutes)

Detroit, Michigan

Conclusion. In Detroit, items include a signed letter from Charles Schulz that includes a drawing of Linus; letters from Carl Jung and Sigmund Freud discussing Russian ballet dancer Vaslav Nijinsky; and etchings by Edward Hopper and John Sloan. Also: architect-designer Eliel Saarinena is discussed during a visit to the Saarinen House at Cranbrook Academy of Art. (60 minutes)